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V617 LHR

2000 Ford Focus

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

188,424 mi
Last recorded188,424 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV617 LHR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 188,424 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear all part off suspension slight coroded

Pass 12 Apr 2017 175,853 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 158,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 143,003 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 128,207 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 128,207 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 120,946 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 114,347 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 107,649 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 102,734 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 102,734 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 96,469 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 92,997 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Feb 2007 87,524 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 87,524 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 83,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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V617 LHR is a 2000 Ford Focus in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2000 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 90,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V617 LHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V617 LHR registered?

V617 LHR is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 February 2000.

Is V617 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V617 LHR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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